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Singer Khalid has openly declared his homosexuality, stating he's not ashamed and that his sexuality is nobody's business.
He first gained recognition with his 2016 hit single 'Location', and has since collaborated with artists like Alessia Cara and released popular tracks like 'Love Lies' and 'Eastside'.
His discography includes the EP 'Suncity' and the album 'Free Spirit'.

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Khalid has come out as gay

'I am not ashamed': Singer Khalid comes out as gay

By Isha Sharma

Nov 23, 2024

12:35 pm

What's the story

Khalid, the acclaimed singer behind hits like Young Dumb & Broke and Location, has come out as gay. The announcement was made on Friday evening during a conversation with an X (formerly Twitter) user. Responding to a comment that read, "Wait hope Mr Khalid isn't GEHHH!" Khalid replied, "I am! And that's okay."

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I am! And that’s okay https://t.co/z3cvR7H6QB

— Khalid (@thegreatkhalid) November 22, 2024

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'I got outed and the world still continues to turn'

Khalid further spoke about his coming out in another post, saying, "I got outted and the world still continues to turn. Let's get this straight (lmao) I am not ashamed of my sexuality! In reality it ain't nobodies business! But I am okay with me (black heart emoji) love yall." In another tweet, he wrote, "I wasn't hiding anything! It's just not any of your business."

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Here's the other tweet

I got outted and the world still continues to turn. Let’s get this straight (lmao) I am not ashamed of my sexuality! In reality it ain’t nobodies business! But I am okay with me 🖤 love yall

— Khalid (@thegreatkhalid) November 23, 2024

Career highlights

Khalid's journey to stardom and musical achievements

Khalid first rose to fame with his 2016 debut single Location, followed by Young Dumb & Broke in 2017. He also released his debut studio album American Teen in 2017. Khalid has worked with artists such as Alessia Cara on Logic's hit single 1-800-273-8255 and released the singles Love Lies (with Normani) and Eastside (with Benny Blanco and Halsey) in 2018. His discography features the EP Suncity and the studio album Free Spirit (2019).